Color Crush: Shades of Red

It must be Valentine's Day (my favorite holiday) rapidly approaching, because recently I've become completely smitten by anything with a touch of red to it.  These picks are a few of my most current favorites.  What color are your crushing over today?  xo Ez

• "Desire" Art Print - Poster Child Prints
• Suitcase Series Book: Camilla Engman - Uppercase
• Priti Nail Polish in Time's Rose - Spirit Beauty Lounge
• Rosebud Salve - b-glowing
• Red Fox Fabric Sculpture - Cog & Pearl
• Personal Library Kit - Paper Source
• Cat and Rabbit Bunting - Hello Cornelia
• Unisex Messenger 15" Laptop Bag - Stash

One Good Thing: His + Hers Pillowcase Set

Isn't this His and Hers Pillowcase Set from The Bazaarium great?!  What a perfect Valentine's Day gift it would make.  See more quirky goodness on their site right here.

Inspiration Daily: 01. 13. 10

Image credits:

• Untitled by Christina Hanson
• Untitled by Sandra Juto - PORTFOLIO  |  BLOG  |  SHOP

Chic for Cheap + New Flickr Group

Hello lovelies!  Today's Chic for Cheap look comes at the request of reader Tracy who will soon be having a fun date night in New York City with her husband.  Here's more from Tracy about her challenge:

"Three weeks from now, my husband is taking me to New York City for a long weekend as a belated birthday gift. I need an outfit or two that would be appropriate for a nice dinner out, having a few drinks and/or a concert, and that is reasonably warm. I'm totally clueless so any help would be much appreciated!"

I wanted to approach this challenge by finding classic pieces that can be worn for more than just one great night (that's what makes the price tag worth it in the end, right).  The flats would look great with a pair of jeans for everyday wear and the little black dress (with an alluring cutout in the back) is a staple that would be an asset to any closet.  I thought some vixen red lipstick would really set the whole look off (it's not for everyone), but crimson red nail polish would look just as fabulous.  With a look like this you might find that you already own many of the staples and just need to add a few of your own personal style touches.

Happy belated birthday Tracy...have a blast in New York City with your husband!

• Fancy Patch Headband - Forever 21
• Adrian Dress Coat - Delias
• A Litte Black Dress - ModCloth
• Pointelle-stitch Tights - J.Crew
• NARS Velvet Matte Lipstick Pencil - Nordstom
• Gold/Silver Bangle Set - Patina Stores
• Gabriella Rocha Lolla Flats - Zappos

Don't forget to check out Melissa's look over on her blog Melissa Loves.  And then we'd both like to invite you to start creating and adding your own Chic for Cheap looks into our brand new Chic for Cheap flickr group.  Share your favorite cheap + chic shopping sources, get to know other fashion savvy readers, and more!  We can't wait to see you there.  xo Ez

Inspiration Daily: 01. 12. 10

Image credits: 1. makes light and, life., 2. Untitled, 3. The key to my heart, 4. love bird 1